Nigeria: NPFL - Bendel Insurance End Rivers United's Unbeaten Run As Southwest Derby Ends in Stalemate

[Premium Times] Rivers United maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table despite suffering their...
ALLAFRICA.COM● Oct 26

EuroMatch NPFL: Boboye Worried By Bendel Insurance’s Defensive Woes, Targets Third Title

Bendel Insurance head coach Kennedy Boboye has expressed concern over his team’s alarming rate of conceding goals in the 2026/2027 EuroMatch...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 26

NPFL: Delta offers reward for information after attack on match officials

The chairman of the Delta State Sports Commission has offered a N200,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect who attacked...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 26

Euromatch NPFL: Finidi Bemoans Costly Mistake In Rivers United’s Loss To Bendel Insurance

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George has expressed disappointment following his side’s 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance in the Nigeria...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 26

NPFL: Rivers United Lose To Bendel Insurance As Ikorodu City, Shooting Stars Draw

Rivers United suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bendel Insurance on Sunday, October 25, while Ikorodu City and Shooting Stars played out a 2-2 draw... The...
NAIJANEWS.COM● Oct 26

NPFL: Rivers United beaten by Bendel Insurance as title race tightens

Rivers United missed the chance to strengthen their position at the top of the NPFL after losing 2-1 to Bendel Insurance in Benin City. The defeat...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 26

NPFL: Rivers United fall at Bendel, so can Rangers take the lead?

Rivers United lost 2-1 at Bendel Insurance and now share 17 points with Rangers International, who have two games in hand, and Nasarawa United.
SOCCERNET NIGERIA● Oct 26

NPFL: Mangut credits players for Enyimba win

Nasarawa United head coach Mbwas Mangut has given credit to his players for their performance in the 1-0 win over former NPFL champions Enyimba in...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Oct 26

Euromatch NPFL: Nasarawa United Deserved Victory Over Enyimba — Deutsch

Enyimba technical adviser Emmanuel Deutsch has admitted that Nasarawa United deserved their 1-0 victory over his side, Completesports.com reports....
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 26

NPFL: Sikiru Alimi reunites with Ogunmodede at Kano Pillars

Veteran striker Sikiru Alimi has reunited with former head coach Daniel Ogunmodede at Kano Pillars for the remainder of the 2026/27 season, reports...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Oct 26

Euromatch NPFL: Mangut lauds Nasarawa United's display in win over Enyimba

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has praised his players for their impressive performance in the win over Enyimba. The Solid Miners...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 26

NPFL: Enyimba’s Deutsch concedes defeat to Nasarawa United

Enyimba technical adviser Emmanuel Deutsch has conceded defeat to Nasarawa United, DAILY POST reports. The People's Elephant lost 1-0 to their...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 26

Nasarawa United’s Mangut praises players after Enyimba victory

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has praised his players after their 1-0 win over Enyimba in the Nigeria Premier Football League...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 26

Euromatch NPFL: Mangut Praises Nasarawa United Players After Victory Over Enyimba

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has commended his players for their impressive performance following their 1-0 victory over Enyimba...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 26

NPFL Matchday Summary: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run

Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season with a dramatic 2-1 victory in Benin...
SPORTSRATION.COM● Oct 26

NPFL: Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten run as Southwest derby ends in stalemate

Rivers United maintained their position at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table despite suffering their first defeat of the...
PREMIUM TIMES● Oct 26

Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run ended by Bendel Insurance in stoppage time

Bendel Insurance brought Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season to an end with a dramatic 2-1 victory...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Bendel Insurance hand Rivers United first NPFL defeat of the season

Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with a dramatic 2-1 victory in Benin...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run with 2-1 win

Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football League season with a 2-1 victory in Benin on...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Abia Warriors boss Imama says Niger Tornadoes defeat is a ‘big lesson’

Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo says his team have much to learn after suffering a 1-0 home defeat by Niger Tornadoes in the Nigeria...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Euromatch NPFL: Imama Reacts To Abia Warriors’ Home Defeat To Niger Tornadoes

Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo has admitted that his side has a lot to learn following their disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Niger...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 25

NPFL: Imama reflects on Abia Warriors' home loss to Niger Tornadoes

Abia Warriors head coach Imama Amapakabo has reacted to his team's disappointing home defeat to Niger Tornadoes. The Umu Chineke lost 1-0 to Kabiru...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 25

NPFL: Bendel Insurance end Rivers United’s unbeaten run

Bendel Insurance defeated Rivers United 2-1 in their NPFL match day 10 clash in Benin to end the away side’s unbeaten start to the season, reports...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Oct 25

Euromatch NPFL: Insurance halt Rivers United's unbeaten run , Ikorodu City, 3SC draw

Rivers United suffered their first defeat in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season, going down 2-1 to Bendel Insurance at the...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 25

EUROMATCH NPFL: Bendel Insurance Troll Rivers United After Ending Unbeaten Run

Bendel Insurance mocked Rivers United after ending their unbeaten run, thanks to a 2-1 win on week 10 of the EUROMATCH Nigeria Premier Football...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 25

NPFL Matchday 10: Tornadoes Stun Abia Warriors, Nasarawa Sink Enyimba as Ikorodu City, Katsina United Stage Comebacks

Niger Tornadoes claimed a crucial away victory over Abia Warriors, Nasarawa United continued their impressive run, while Ikorodu City and Katsina...
SPORTS247● Oct 25

Euromatch NPFL: Bendel Insurance End Rivers United’s Unbeaten Run; Ikorodu, 3SC Share Derby Spoils

Bendel Insurance ended Rivers United’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this season with a dramatic 2-1 victory over the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 25

Kun Khalifat striker Ameh Joseph calls for ‘12th man’ support against Inter Lagos

Kun Khalifat striker Ameh Joseph has called on the club’s supporters to create a powerful atmosphere when Inter Lagos visit the Dan Anyiam Stadium...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Ikorodu City confident of victory against Shooting Stars in NPFL derby

Ikorodu City technical adviser Bright Ozegbagbe says his side are prepared for Sunday’s South-West derby against Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Euromatch NPFL: Ikorodu City Ready For Shooting Stars Test — Ozegbagbe

Ikorodu City technical adviser Bright Ozegbagbe has declared his team ready for the South-West derby against Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 25

Euromatch NPFL: Kun Khalifat Forward Rallies Fans Ahead Of Clash With Inter Lagos

Kun Khalifat striker Ameh Joseph has urged the club’s faithful to bring the noise for Sunday’s showdown against Inter Lagos, promising to deliver a...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 25

NPFL: Ikorodu City ready for Shooting Stars showdown - Ozegbade

Ikorodu City technical adviser, Bright Ozebagbe, has expressed his team's readiness for the South West derby against Shooting Stars. The Oga Boys...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 25

NPFL: Ameh Joseph hails Kun Khalifat fans ahead of Inter Lagos clash

Kun Khalifat forward, Ameh Joseph, has hailed the club's supporters ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 fixture against...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 25

NPFL: Abia Warriors chairman charges players to go for victory against Tornadoes

Abia Warriors Chairman, John Obuh has charged his players to respect the club badge and represent the team with pride. The Umuahia-based club have...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 25

NPFL Matchday 10: Katsina United Stage Dramatic Late Comeback to Snatch 2-2 Draw Against Plateau United

Katsina United produced a remarkable late comeback to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League...
SPORTS247● Oct 25

‘We Played Against 11 Players and the Referee!’ — Rangers GM Amobi Ezeaku Calls for Urgent NPFL Reforms After CAF Champions League Exit

Enugu Rangers General Manager Amobi Ezeaku has questioned the officiating in his team’s CAF Champions League defeat to MC Alger, while calling for...
SPORTS247● Oct 25

NPFL Preview: Rivers United face Bendel test as Ikorodu City, Shooting Stars clash in Lagos

Rivers United have established themselves as a difficult side to beat, but their trip to Bendel Insurance will provide a stern examination of their...
PREMIUM TIMES● Oct 25

NPFL Matchday 10: Katsina United held by Plateau United as seven fixtures remain

Katsina United and Plateau United played out a 2-2 draw in the latest NPFL Matchday 10 result on Saturday, 24 October. The result leaves seven...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 25

Okoro Says Kun Khalifat Will Stick To Routine Amid NPFL Campaign

Kun Khalifat FC defender Ebuka Okoro has said the Owerri-based club are taking their Nigeria Premier Football League campaign one fixture at a time...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Oct 25

Katsina United Fight Back to Hold Plateau United in 2-2 Draw

Katsina United staged a late comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter....
SPORTSRATION.COM● Oct 24

Katsina United rally from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Plateau United

Katsina United fought back from a two-goal deficit to earn a 2-2 draw against Plateau United in a dramatic Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

Katsina United snatch late draw against Plateau United in NPFL thriller

Katsina United scored twice in the closing stages to come from behind and draw 2-2 with Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

NPFL: Katsina United stage late comeback, hold Plateau United to 2-2 draw

Katsina United and Plateau United battled to a 2-2 draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 encounter at the Muhammadu...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 24

Euromatch NPFL: Katsina United, Plateau United Share Spoils In Four-Goal Thriller

Katsina United staged a dramatic late comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 24

NPFL: Jack, Ponkap boost Kwara United ahead of Barau FC clash

Kwara United have been boosted by the return of Benjamin Jack and Obeid Ponkap ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 tie...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 24

Katsina United Stage Late Fightback To Hold Plateau United

Katsina United scored twice in the closing stages to rescue a 2-2 draw against Plateau United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Oct 24

Andy Clinton: Rivers United’s save hands leads NPFL clean sheet chart after nine games

Rivers United goalkeeper Andy Clinton leads the clean sheet standings in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after Matchday...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

NPFL reveals official appointments for weekend and rescheduled matches

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has announced the match officials for this weekend’s fixtures, with two games scheduled to be broadcast...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

NPFL: Shooting Stars seek first away points against unbeaten Ikorodu City

Shooting Stars Sports Club will attempt to end their winless away run when they visit Ikorodu City in week 10 of the Nigeria Premier Football...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

EUROMATCH NPFL: 3SC Target First Away Point Ahead Of Ikorodu City Clash

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) will be aiming to secure their first points on the road this season when they travel to face Ikorodu City on week...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 24

NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC focus on process not pressure- Okoro

Kun Khalifat defender, Ebuka Okoro has said the team is approaching the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season one match at a time. The...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 24

Rivers United Face Bendel Insurance As Derbies Take Centre Stage In NPFL Matchday10

Rivers United will put their unbeaten run on the line against Bendel Insurance in Benin City on Sunday as the Nigeria Premier Football League...
LEADERSHIP.NG● Oct 24

Euromatch NPFL: We’re Back On Track –Enyimba Assistant Coach Confident Of Recovery After Early Crisis

Enyimba Head Coach Lawrence Ukaegbu has declared that “the storm is over” as the struggling giants prepare to recover lost ground in the Nigeria...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 24

Enyimba ‘back on track’ as Lawrence Ukaegbu declares crisis over

Enyimba head coach Lawrence Ukaegbu says “the storm is over” at the club as the Nigeria Professional Football League side attempt to recover from a...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 24

Matchday Don Trend for Nigeria! UCL, NPFL and Saudi League Gist Dey Inside

Di word “Matchday” dey trend for number 20 for Nigeria side of X, as trends24.in wey dey monitor wetin dey trend for di platform show… The post...
NNN.NG● Oct 24

Euromatch NPFL: Kun Khalifat Media Officer Gets Five-Match Suspension, ₦200m Fine

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has suspended Kun Khalifat FC media officer, Saviola Godwin Otu, for five matches, and fined him ₦200...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 24

NPFL: Ejogharado credits Head Coach Uzoho for Kun Khalifat's revival

Kun Khalifat forward Ejogharado Ediri has hailed technical adviser and head coach Obinna Uzoho for the team's improved performance in the Nigeria...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 23

Football: Rangers, Elkanemi booted out of the continent

NPFL champions Rangers International and Nigerian Cup champions Elkanemi Warriors have both been booted out of their respective continental...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Oct 23

NPFL suspends Kun Khalifat FC Media Officer

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has suspended Kun Khalifat FC media officer Saviola Godwin Otu for five matches and fined him ₦200,000...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 23

NPFL suspends Kun Khalifat media officer for five matches

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has suspended Kun Khalifat FC media officer, Saviola Godwin Otu, for five matches over an unprofessional...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 23

NPFL: Bendel Insurance's Ibrahim returns to training after injury layoff

Bendel Insurance midfielder Sabiu Mohammed Ibrahim has returned to team training after an injury layoff, DAILY POST reports. Ibrahim was sidelined...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 23

Ranchers Bees v Doma United NPFL fixture moved to 18 November

The Nigeria Premier Football League Matchday 10 meeting between Ranchers Bees and Doma United has been rearranged for 18 November 2026,...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 23

Euromatch NPFL: ‘We Are Ready’ –Osagiede Confident Ahead of Bendel Insurance’s Clash with Rivers United

Bendel Insurance media officer Kehinde Osagiede has expressed confidence that his side will pick up all three points against high-flying Rivers...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 23

Chaos or Opportunity? Inside Smart City’s High-Stakes Battle to End Nigeria’s 10-Year Olympic Curse!

Eric Chelle, the head coach managing Nigeria’s national team assignments, is keeping a close watch on domestic talent pipelines as Smart City FC...
SPORTS247● Oct 23

NPFL: Unbeaten Rivers United face Bendel Insurance test

Unbeaten NPFL leaders Rivers United travel to face Bendel Insurance on matchday 10, with the league’s most miserly defence up against one of its...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 23

Ezinne Questions Chelle’s Dual Role Ahead of Nigeria’s U-23 Qualifiers

Nigeria’s preparations for the 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers have sparked debate over how Eric Chelle can manage the Olympic Eagles...
SPORTS247● Oct 23

Smart City COO Betiku Seun Soji Opens Up on Recruitment Challenges, NPFL Ambition

Smart City FC Chief Operating Officer Betiku Seun Soji has discussed the challenges of recruiting players in Nigerian football and the planning...
SPORTS247● Oct 23

NPFL: Bendel Insurance host Rivers United, so can the league’s meanest defence be breached?

Unbeaten Rivers United, who have conceded two goals in nine NPFL games, travel to Bendel Insurance on matchday 10 as the table's top two level on...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA● Oct 23

CAFCL: Rangers International face MC Alger in decisive fixture

NPFL champions Rangers International are in Algeria to face MC Alger in a decisive CAF Champions League clash, with a place in this season’s group...
ACLSPORTS.COM● Oct 23

African football betting apps: key safety checks before downloading

Fans following the NPFL, Super Eagles or Premier League may need to download betting apps as APK files, because Google Play offers real-money...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 23

Sports betting apps for African football fans: What to check before you download

Google Play only lists real-money betting apps in a short list of African countries, and in Nigeria only in selected states, so many fans who...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM● Oct 23

NPFL: Doma United caution fans over heavy sanction

The management of Doma United have held a meeting with the leadership of the club's supporters after the club was sanctioned by the Nigeria Premier...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 23

NPFL: Sikiru Alimi set for Kano Pillars' switch

Former Remo Stars forward Sikiru Alimi is nearing a return to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, with Kano Pillars DAILY POST reports....
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 23

EUROMATCH NPFL: Doma United Sign Partnership Deal With Kaka Global

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club Doma United have signed a partnership deal with Kaka Global. Doma United disclosed this in a statement...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 23

Bendel Insurance confident of ending Rivers United’s unbeaten NPFL run

Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye says his side are ready to end Rivers United’s unbeaten start to the Nigeria Premier Football...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 23

Euromatch NPFL: Boboye Confident Bendel Insurance Can Halt Rivers United’s Unbeaten Streak

Bendel Insurance technical adviser Kennedy Boboye is confident his team can secure maximum points when they host Rivers United in their Nigeria...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 23

NPFL Matchday 9 Top Performers: Yahaya Ibrahim, Jacob Aondona, Kelechi Ogbodo Lead Sports247 Standout Stars

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 9 produced outstanding individual performances, dramatic victories and crucial goals, with Kano...
SPORTS247● Oct 22

Los Angeles 2028 Olympics qualifier: Chelle calls 31 NPFL stars for DR Congo clash

 Head Coach Éric Chelle has invited a total of 31 players to the camp of the U23 National Team, Olympic Eagles, as the countdown begins [...]
BLUEPRINT.NG● Oct 22

NPFL Golden Boot: Emeka Obioma sets early pace with six goals

Abia Warriors striker Emeka Obioma leads the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Golden Boot race after scoring six goals in his first nine...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 22

Inter Lagos coach warns ‘core details’ must improve to avoid NPFL relegation

Inter Lagos interim head coach Olusanjo Olutayo says his newly promoted side must correct fundamental flaws in their performances if they are to...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 22

NPFL: Enugu Rangers face Sporting Lagos as leaders battle for advantage

Enugu Rangers can move clear at the top of the NPFL when they visit Sporting Lagos on matchday 10, while Rivers United will also be looking to...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 22

Euromatch NPFL: ‘Core Details Are Missing’ –Inter Lagos Interim Coach Issues Stark Warning Ahead Of Kun Khalifat Clash

Inter Lagos interim head coach Olusanjo Olutayo has stressed that his players must focus on the core details if they are to avoid relegation from...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 22

NPFL: Early favourites emerge in golden boot race

Abia Warriors striker, Emeka Obioma, has emerged as an early favourite for the Golden Boot award in this season’s Nigeria Premier Football League,...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 22

EUROMATCH NPFL: Our Goal Is To Extend Our Unbeaten Run — Niger Tornadoes Vow Ahead Of Abia Warriors Clash

Niger Tornadoes have confirmed they are set to storm Aba, Abia State, for their Matchday 10 clash against Abia Warriors this Sunday, with one clear...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 22

Euromatch NPFL: Obioma, Zulkifilu, Rilwan Lead Early Golden Boot Race

Abia Warriors striker Emeka Obioma has emerged as the leading contender for the Golden Boot award in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM● Oct 22

NPFL: ‘15 Chances, Zero Goals — That’s Relegation Form’ Inter Lagos Interim Coach Olutayo Sounds Alarm After Nasarawa United Defeat

Inter Lagos interim head coach Olusanjo Olutayo has delivered a strong assessment of his team’s performance following their 2-0 home defeat to...
SPORTS247● Oct 22

What Went Wrong With Inter Lagos? NPFL Newcomers Face Relegation Threat After Nine Matches

Inter Lagos FC’s long-awaited promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) was expected to mark a significant chapter in the club’s...
SPORTS247● Oct 22

NNL: Rabiu Tata named Jigawa Golden Stars technical adviser

Jigawa Golden Stars have appointed Rabiu Tata as their new technical adviser, DAILY POST reports. Tata will be unveiled as the new tactician of the...
DAILY POST (NG● Oct 22

NPFL: Sporting Lagos host Enugu Rangers, so who gains at the top if the leaders slip?

Enugu Rangers and Rivers United are level on 17 points, and a trip to Sporting Lagos on matchday 10 is the first test for Rangers.
SOCCERNET NIGERIA● Oct 22

NPFL title race: Enugu Rangers can move clear of Rivers United

Rivers United and Enugu Rangers remain level on 17 points at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), but Rangers have the advantage...
NIGERIAFOOTBALL.NG● Oct 21
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